Bushnell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bushnell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $460,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$460,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $225,000 the year before.
60% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $225,000 | 3 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $460,000 | 5 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
Bushnell Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Bushnell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 5 | $460,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Reach | Further charitable purpose | $200,000 |
| Acres of Diamonds | Further charitable purpose | $175,000 |
| Overlake Hospital | Further charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| Youth Eastside Services | Further charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| Children of the Nations | Further charitable purpose | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherman Ward Bushnell III
- Julayne Winn Bushnell
Questions people ask
Does Bushnell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bushnell Family Foundation give?
$460,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Bushnell Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sherman Ward Bushnell III (Trustee) and Julayne Winn Bushnell (Trustee).
What does Bushnell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.